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Sarah Thomas

Cumming,GA

Summary

Accomplished Probation Officer with a proven track record at Professional Probation Services, adept in offender supervision and exceptional communication. Skilled in case management and report writing, I significantly enhanced compliance rates and streamlined court processes. Expertise in risk assessments and building strong community partnerships, I effectively managed over 335 caseloads monthly, ensuring legal and procedural adherence.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Probation Officer

Professional Probation Services
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with court-ordered sanctions by closely monitoring probationers'' adherence to conditions of release.
  • Conducted thorough pre-sentence investigations and prepared detailed reports for the courts, aiding informed decision making.
  • Developed effective communication skills while interacting with diverse populations including offenders, their families, court personnel, and community partners.
  • Interpreted legal concepts and issues to complete and close out cases.
  • Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
  • Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
  • Reported violations of probation conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
  • Handled over 335 full-cycle caseloads per month.
  • Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
  • Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
  • Wrote progress reports, consent order, warrants, prepared revocations and waivers, and testified under oath at court hearings.

Leasing Manager

Peachtree Place North Apartmnts
  • Collected, completed, and processed lease applications.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service, resulting in increased lease renewals.
  • Developed marketing strategies to attract new tenants, ultimately improving occupancy rates.
  • Optimized unit turnover times by working closely with maintenance staff to prioritize repairs and cleaning tasks.
  • Managed lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring legal compliance and minimizing potential disputes between parties.

Boatswain's Mate

United States Coast Guard
  • Towed and maneuvered vessels in rivers, while communicating movements to passing vessels.
  • Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
  • Prevented ships under navigational control from engaging in unsafe operations.
  • Maintained boat logs and oversaw cargo storage on or below decks, securing items, and protecting products from damage or loss.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Minor in Sociology

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
12-2000

Skills

  • Offender supervision
  • Report writing
  • Case management
  • Risk and needs assessments
  • Exceptional communicator

Timeline

Probation Officer

Professional Probation Services
11.2023 - Current

Leasing Manager

Peachtree Place North Apartmnts

Boatswain's Mate

United States Coast Guard

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Minor in Sociology

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Sarah Thomas